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Stories from April 18, 2026

Iran says it has closed the Strait of Hormuz again, as ceasefire nears its end

Iran says it has closed the Strait of Hormuz again, as ceasefire nears its end

Iran's military said on Saturday the Strait of Hormuz has "returned to its previous state." The announcement came after President Donald Trump had said the blockade on Iranian ports would remain in place.
by NPR Staff

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Cleanup continues after tornadoes damage dozens of homes near Rochester

Cleanup continues after tornadoes damage dozens of homes near Rochester

The Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office said about 30 homes were damaged — a dozen with significant damage — in Marion Township, southeast of Rochester. About 20 homes were damaged in Stewartville.
by Andrew Krueger

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